Creative Writing - Fiction, Writing Fiction That Sells

by Patrick Dent

When writing fiction, the author must rely upon his/her instincts and experiences to create a story. This article will provide an overview of 7 of the major elements of writing fiction in good form, i.e., the form editors expect. Read more

Character Names - Giving Birth to Your Characters

By Celise Downs

So you’ve got your plot outlined, a title lined up and the research is done. You’re ready to start writing your novel. But wait. Now comes the fun part: creating names for your characters. Read more

Knock-Out Writer’s Block: Listening To Your Inner Voice

by Celise Downs

When I was young, I used to talk to myself. Long, drawn out, one-sided conversations. I didn’t have an imaginary friend, I just talked to myself. My mother says that’s why I became a writer: because of my overactive imagination. I admit she may be right. Those conversations currently get me through my worst cases of writer’s block. Read more